I can't remember when I removed the suspension 'stuff' if there was a gap between the ball joint and the transverse link. There was so much grease and dirt to clean out. Either way, the joint doesn't sit flush with the t-link but all of the nuts/bolts are flush with everything. See pic...

there should be a gap, but not sure how big it should be, if you want just give me some time and I'll reply to u with a photo of mine (if possible) since the car is jacked for the comp. rod;)

maybe your ball joint is not original??

They're moog replacements. I think there was a gap when I took the old one's out, just don't remember...